Footwear Director

A leading wellness-focused organisation is seeking a Footwear Director to join their passionate team in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to shape the future of footwear by driving sourcing strategies, product development, and manufacturing excellence across a diverse and international supply network.

You will be empowered to inspire your team, foster meaningful relationships with vendors, and implement sustainable practices that set new standards in the industry. The company prides itself on its supportive culture, where every individual is encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. If you are looking for a role where your expertise will directly influence innovation, quality, and operational success—while working alongside like-minded professionals who are committed to making a positive impact—this could be your next career-defining move.

• Play a pivotal role in shaping sourcing strategy and product development for a globally recognised wellness brand, collaborating closely with senior leaders across Asia and the USA to deliver high-quality footwear products.
• Join a close-knit, passionate team dedicated to continuous improvement, sustainability, and performance, where your ideas and leadership will drive impactful change throughout the entire supply chain.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities within an inclusive environment that values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and personal growth as you help redefine industry standards.

What you'll do:

As Footwear Director, you will play a central role in guiding the end-to-end journey of footwear products—from ideation through to market launch—by developing forward-thinking sourcing strategies that support ambitious growth objectives. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams spanning design, quality assurance, production planning, and supply chain management. You will be instrumental in building robust vendor partnerships across Southeast Asia while championing sustainable practices that drive both efficiency and excellence. By nurturing your team’s talents and promoting a culture of continuous improvement, you will ensure that every stage of the product lifecycle meets the highest standards for quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. Your ability to communicate clearly with senior stakeholders across continents will further strengthen the organisation’s global footprint. Ultimately, your efforts will help create footwear products that not only meet but exceed customer expectations while supporting broader organisational values around wellness and community.

• Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies that align with long-term organisational goals while implementing innovative and sustainable practices to enhance operational efficiency.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of product development from initial concept through commercialisation, ensuring all footwear products meet rigorous quality standards at optimised costs.
• Manage timelines and performance requirements for product development, production planning, manufacturing operations, and on-time delivery across a complex supply network involving multiple vendors and suppliers in China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Malaysia.
• Build and nurture strong, trust-based relationships with manufacturing partners to inspire capability enhancements and ensure alignment with organisational priorities and standards.
• Collaborate closely with Product Development, Design, Quality Assurance, Production Planning, and Supply Chain teams to guarantee seamless execution of projects that meet or exceed expectations.
• Promote a culture of excellence within the sourcing team by identifying process improvements and operational efficiencies that elevate overall sourcing performance.
• Communicate strategic plans and results effectively to senior leaders based in Asia and the USA to ensure transparency and alignment across regions.
• Monitor market trends and consumer preferences to inform decision-making processes related to materials sourcing and product innovation.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by fostering an environment where feedback is valued and best practices are shared among team members.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical standards throughout the sourcing and manufacturing process.

What you bring:

To excel as Footwear Director, you will bring extensive experience navigating the complexities of international footwear product development—particularly within Southeast Asian markets—alongside proven expertise in materials sourcing. Your background should reflect not only technical proficiency but also an ability to anticipate market trends while balancing cost considerations against uncompromising quality standards. You thrive when collaborating across functions such as design or supply chain management; your interpersonal skills enable you to forge lasting partnerships both internally among colleagues as well as externally with vendors. As someone who values continuous learning, you are adept at identifying opportunities for process enhancement while encouraging those around you to share knowledge openly. Your approach is grounded in empathy: you understand how effective communication can bridge cultural differences or resolve challenges before they escalate. Above all else, your passion for delivering outstanding results is matched by your dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels supported on their journey toward collective success.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required; an advanced degree would be highly regarded as it demonstrates commitment to professional growth.
• At least 8 years of experience in footwear product development with a particular focus on quality assurance and materials sourcing within international markets.
• Demonstrated success in bringing footwear products from concept to market while maintaining technical excellence and understanding evolving consumer needs.
• Extensive experience managing sourcing operations in Vietnam or Southeast Asia with deep knowledge of industry best practices as well as regional supply chain dynamics.
• Exceptional communication skills enabling you to build rapport with internal teams as well as external partners across different cultures.
• Proven leadership abilities including mentoring teams towards shared goals while fostering an inclusive environment built on trust and respect.
• Strong analytical mindset paired with meticulous attention to detail allowing you to solve complex challenges using data-driven approaches.
• Passion for innovation combined with creativity in problem-solving ensures delivery of best-in-class products even under tight deadlines or changing circumstances.
• Project management expertise demonstrated by successful coordination of multi-vendor networks ensuring timely delivery without compromising on quality or cost targets.
• Commitment to sustainability reflected through previous implementation of environmentally responsible sourcing or manufacturing initiatives.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to redefining what it means to be part of a wellness community—one that supports individuals striving for self-improvement physically, mentally, and emotionally. Employees here are welcomed into a collaborative environment where each person’s contributions are valued equally regardless of title or tenure. The company’s small yet highly skilled team works together seamlessly toward common goals rooted in innovation, sustainability, and performance excellence. Flexible working opportunities allow staff members greater autonomy over their schedules so they can achieve balance between professional ambitions and personal wellbeing. Training opportunities abound thanks to ongoing investment in employee development; whether through formal education or informal mentorship programmes there is always room for growth here. Generous pension contributions further demonstrate the company’s belief in taking care of its people over the long term—a philosophy mirrored by its approach toward customers too: every decision made prioritises positive impact above short-term gain. For those seeking more than just another job—for those who want meaningful work within an inclusive culture—this is truly an inspiring place to build your career.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of footwear while growing alongside a supportive team dedicated to wellness and innovation, this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next rewarding challenge awaits.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.